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Too mentally ill for trial, she spent months in an Illinois jail as the state looked for a hospital bed. She died waiting.

Monday, November 17 by Jc Tinsley

Too mentally ill for trial, she spent months in an Illinois jail as the state looked for a hospital bed. She died waiting. by Meredith Newman, Illinois Answers Project November 11, 2025 Khayla Evans had an intellectual disability and a history of psychiatric issues. She was charged... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Hosts “The ABC’s of Medicare”

Wednesday, October 1 by Nicole Behnke

Hamilton Memorial Hospital is pleased to invite community members to an informative and timely event, “The ABC’s of Medicare,” featuring guest speaker Keith Leitzen. This free class will take place in the HMHD Cafeteria on October 21, at 11am and is designed to help... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Appoints Justin Epperson as Chief Executive Officer

Friday, August 29 by Jc Tinsley

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District (HMHD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin Epperson as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1, 2025. Epperson has served as Interim CEO since July, following the departure of former CEO Victoria Woodrow, who led the organization... Read More.

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Hamilton Memorial Hospital to Host Annual Fall Wellness Event

Thursday, August 14 by Nicole Behnke

Hamilton Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce its annual Fall Wellness Fair, offering low-cost fasting lab draws to the community. This year’s event is open to the public with no doctor’s orders required. The Wellness Fair will be held at the following locations and times: ·... Read More.

Open Line ON DEMAND – Hamilton Memorial Hospital Patient and Family Engagement Committee

Friday, August 8 by Jc Tinsley

Staci Frank and Halie Ragan from Hamilton Memorial Hospital joined us in the studio today to introduce a new committee forming at the hospital that will help patients and community members, both in McLeansboro and Carmi give insight into the hospital. The committee is... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Awarded for Efforts to Improve Rural Stroke Care

Friday, August 1 by Nicole Behnke

The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Rural Recognition Silver Award recognizes efforts to address the unique health needs of rural communities. People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts and have a 40%... Read More.

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Hospital Funding a Concern for Rural Medical Facilities

Tuesday, July 29 by Jc Tinsley

Capitol News Illinois contributed to this story; WROY/WRUL News provided local scope Hospital officials in Illinois are warning that many of them may have to cut services, lay off workers, or even go out of business due to impending cuts in federal Medicaid funding. Capitol... Read More.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Launches Patient and Family Engagement Committee

Wednesday, July 2 by Nicole Behnke

McLeansboro, Illinois – July 1, 20205 – Hamilton Memorial Hospital District (HMHD) is proud to announce the formation of its new Patient and Family Engagement Committee (PFEC)—a collaborative initiative that brings patients and their loved ones to the table to help shape the future... Read More.

Fire Guts North Carmi Home Sending Three to Hospital; Two via Life Flight Thursday Morning

Thursday, June 26 by Jc Tinsley

The state fire marshal’s office is on site, a far north Carmi home is gutted, and at least three individuals are being treated for various injuries following a Thursday morning fire. First responders were called to 801 South Summit Street just after 6am. When... Read More.

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Ferrell Hospital Receives Accreditation for Quality Laboratory Services

Tuesday, June 10 by Nicole Behnke

Eldorado, IL (June 2025) – Ferrell Hospital has achieved Laboratory Accreditation from COLA Inc., a nationally recognized laboratory accreditor that promotes excellence in laboratory medicine and patient care. This distinction reflects Ferrell’s ongoing commitment to quality, accuracy and patient safety in clinical laboratory services. COLA accreditation... Read More.

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Too mentally ill for trial, she spent months in an Illinois jail as the state looked for a hospital bed. She died waiting.

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Hosts “The ABC’s of Medicare”

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Appoints Justin Epperson as Chief Executive Officer

Hamilton Memorial Hospital to Host Annual Fall Wellness Event

Open Line ON DEMAND – Hamilton Memorial Hospital Patient and Family Engagement Committee

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District Awarded for Efforts to Improve Rural Stroke Care

Hospital Funding a Concern for Rural Medical Facilities

Hamilton Memorial Hospital Launches Patient and Family Engagement Committee

Fire Guts North Carmi Home Sending Three to Hospital; Two via Life Flight Thursday Morning

Ferrell Hospital Receives Accreditation for Quality Laboratory Services

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